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Salem Night-Time Tour: Murders, Mysteries, Macabre
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1,532 Ratings
Salem
Uncover the dark secrets of Salem on our night-time walking tour. Explore spine-chilling true crime tales, ghostly sightings, and scandalous history. Perfect for true crime fans and scandal lovers!
Uncover the dark secrets of Salem on our night-time walking tour. Explore spine-chilling true crime tales, ghostly sightings, and scandalous history. Perfect for true crime fans and scandal lovers!
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Salem Old Town Hall - Discover the eerie side of Salem with our guided nighttime walking tour. Hear spine-tingling stories of murder, mystery, and the macabre. Why did a deranged woman in the early 1600s kill her child? Who was the notorious hitman who assassinated the slave trader in his sleep? Did the Boston Strangler really visit Salem? These…
- Salem Old Town Hall - Discover the eerie side of Salem with our guided nighttime walking tour. Hear spine-tingling stories of murder, mystery, and the macabre. Why did a deranged woman in the early 1600s kill her child? Who was the notorious hitman who assassinated the slave trader in his sleep? Did the Boston Strangler really visit Salem? These stories and more will be revealed during this thrilling one-hour tour of this enigmatic seaside city. Not for the faint-hearted. Suitable for adults and young adults, not recommended for younger children. Tours proceed rain or shine and last about 120 minutes.
- Essex Street Pedestrian Mall - Stroll along the cobblestone streets in the heart of Salem.
- Old Burying Point Cemetery - We guide you to the cemetery gate. Entry is not permitted as the cemetery closes after dusk.
- Old Salem Jail Lot - Hear the chilling tale that once unfolded here. Outdoor activity.
- Saint Peter’s Episcopal Church - The guide will share some interesting facts about the church as we pass by.
- Gardner Pingree House - Listen to the haunted stories that took place within this house. Outdoor activity only.
- Bewitched Statue of Elizabeth Montgomery - We stop by the Bewitched Statue for a photo opportunity.
What's Included
- Mysteries & Murders of Salem Walking Tour
- Professional Guide
- Spine-chilling tales of murder, mystery, and macabre
- Adults only tour, ages 13+ (younger children refused)
- Mysteries & Murders of Salem Walking Tour
- Professional Guide
- Spine-chilling tales of murder, mystery, and macabre
- Adults only tour, ages 13+ (younger children refused)
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Discover the darker side of Salem with our nighttime walking tour. Experience spine-tingling true crime stories of murder, mystery, and the macabre. Why did a deranged woman in the early 1600s kill her child? Who was the notorious hitman that assassinated the slave trader in his sleep? Did the Boston Strangler really visit Salem? These historical…
Discover the darker side of Salem with our nighttime walking tour. Experience spine-tingling true crime stories of murder, mystery, and the macabre. Why did a deranged woman in the early 1600s kill her child? Who was the notorious hitman that assassinated the slave trader in his sleep? Did the Boston Strangler really visit Salem? These historical narratives and more will be revealed on this whirlwind tour of this enigmatic seaside city. This tour is ideal for true crime enthusiasts and those who enjoy a scandalous tale!
Attention: This tour contains mature content, including graphic descriptions of murder, sexual assault, and torture. It is not suitable for children under 13. Minors under 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult with a ticket. Younger children or chaperones may be asked to leave or switch to a different tour if space permits.
Tours proceed rain or shine. We do not cancel due to weather. No refunds are available in October.
*Please note, each tour accommodates up to 40 participants.
- Ages 13+ Only. Any children younger will be refused.
- Our Tours run rain or shine, we do not cancel for weather. Please wear comfortable shoes and dress accordingly.
- Dog friendly!
- Wheelchairs and scooters are welcome, however, be aware that salem has brick sidewalks, uneven surfaces and narrow areas. Visitors assume all responsibility with wheelchairs and wCWt will not be held liable.
- By choosing to purchase a ticket, you and your ticketed guests will be agreeing to our liability waiver which includes a release of liability on our tours as well as a photo release.
- We do not enter any buildings or cemeteries on this tour, this is an outdoor activity only.
- Our tours can have up to 40 people on each tour
- The consumption of alcoholic beverages is prohibited on all tours.
- Smoking or vaping is prohibited on all tours.
Location
Old Town Hall
Derby Square
Tours start outside the Old Town Hall, 32 Derby Square, Salem, MA 01970
(Side of the building with the THREE Staircases)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(1532 Ratings)
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Justin_m
May 20, 2026
Great guide - Really fun and the guide definitely kept it fun and interesting. Danielle!! I would definitely recommend her and the tour. Its adult only.
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Brandi_w
May 6, 2026
Haunted tour - Danielle was amazing and knowledgeable. She was a great story teller. She definitely knew the history of Salem very well.
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Jenrp4697yr
Apr 18, 2026
Best tour in Salem! - This was our very favorite experience in Salem! My 13-year-old daughter is interested in the macabre, so while this wouldn't be right for all kids, it was totally on point for her. We did the History & Hauntings tour earlier in the day and while there were a few stops in common, our tour guide, Danielle, put a totally different spin on the history and we learned new facts (did not feel repetitive at all to us), and the whole experience consisted of mostly new (to us) places. I loved digging into the dark and terrifying stories, and deepening our understanding of the history of this fascinating place. Danielle was also just an excellent guide—it's an evening tour, and she lights the way with her lantern, and she's clearly deeply knowledgeable and passionate about Salem's history, and a medium to boot, which we both thought was super cool. She would also take us to a place and sometimes show us pictures that other tour guide attendees had taken, when they captured spectral figures. Very creepy but awesome! Absolutely recommend!!
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Julie_h
Apr 5, 2026
Spine-Chilling Salem Tour Worth Every Step! - We absolutely loved this tour—it was one of the highlights of our time in Salem.
If you’re looking for something beyond the usual witch trial history, this is such a great way to experience a different side of the city. The stories of murders, mysteries, and ghost sightings were fascinating, and hearing them while walking through Salem at night made it even more atmospheric and memorable.
Our guide was fantastic—engaging, knowledgeable, and a great storyteller. They really brought each location to life and kept the group interested the entire time.
It was definitely worth the money, though be prepared for quite a bit of walking.
We also appreciated that the tour took us to spots we likely wouldn’t have discovered on our own. It felt unique and a bit more off-the-beaten-path.
Definitely recommend for younger and older adults who enjoy a mix of history, mystery, and a little bit of a spooky edge!
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Victoria_h
Mar 31, 2026
Amazing! - Wear comfy shoes! The tour was amazing. My only complaint is that while on the tour we were told about a serial killer who killer men in different countries before countries and then came to Salem and killed again. There was later a book about him. I can’t remember the name of the book and I wanna read it so bad.
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Taylor_r
Mar 27, 2026
Don’t skip! - One of our favorite things we did in Salem! This is a must!! Do not skip this tour. Would do it over and over again. Very educational and very fun experience! Our tour guide was absolutely amazing!!
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Gary_r
Mar 21, 2026
Lives up to it's name - This was a great adventure. Your guide was knowledgeable and entertaining. It started to rain but we didn't care due to the fun we were having
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Bridgettew650
Nov 5, 2025
10/10 would recommend - Samantha was so wonderful. She had an incredible amount of knowledge and an extremely engaging storytelling style. We left with memories we will never forget!
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Nomad21810543341
Nov 5, 2025
The night before Halloween was spooky - The experience was incredible with our guide (I do not remember his name but it is a bald guy) This experience was amazing due to the fact it was the day before Halloween and the tour guide was very energetic and fun. He took his time to explain the sights and it was pouring down rain, but his level of energy was incredible! The tour lasted about 2 hrs and is worth every penny. This was a smooth tour guide and lots to see if you are in the Salem area. I totally recommend this tour and tour guide! Thanks for an amazing time the night before Halloween!
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T1819fssarahe
Nov 4, 2025
Great tour - 10⭐️s - Our tour guide, Topher, was great! His dad jokes were next level and made the tour very entertaining! His knowledge and storytelling and the fact that he did not murder us in the dark, scary corners and alleys made it a 10 out of 10 experience. Would love to do another tour when we visit Salem again.
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